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A budget classic from another era, the Palacio has somehow managed to escape the waves of gentrification sweeping through Montevideo's Ciudad Vieja. With its enviable central location, it's one o…

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Set on a tiny peaceful street in Copacabana, this three-storey hostel has a friendly, welcoming ambience, basic quarters and ample lounge space. It's about a 10 minute walk to the beach.

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One of Santa Teresa's hidden gems, Rio Hostel is one of the city's most atmospheric places to stay. In a converted mansion overlooking downtown, you'll find a good mix of travelers enjoying the b…

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Being that Manaus is practically devoid of places to stay with any sense of history, the Palace stands out like a shining star. But it's not just the lack of competition - convenience and comfort…

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The Hotel Rafain does not quite live up to its four stars. However, this semi-swanky place does offer affordable prices for a high level of comfort and service - especially if you walk in when th…

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A few blocks from Copacabana beach, this fairly straightforward hotel offers decent rooms at fair prices. Owing to its age (less than 10 years old), the whole place is still in good shape, and th…

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Around the corner from Chacaíto plaza, this is the classier younger sibling to the Caracas Cumberland a few blocks west. Its 78 cool, crisply designed rooms are primarily occupied by business fol…

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Straddling the border between fashionable Pocitos and Punta Carretas, this comfortable four-star boutique hotel is replete with services for the business traveler. Vacationers will also appreciat…

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Overlooking the eastern end of Ipanema beach (also called Arpoador Beach), the Arpoador Inn boasts one of the best locations anywhere in the Zona Sul. Although the rooms don't rival the view, a r…

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The five-star Hilton is one of the most-established upmarket hotels in town, dating from an era when the Parque Central was still considered a safe area. Its trump cards are a convenient location…

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Another looming high-rise brought to you by the Estanplaza group (owner of 10 soaring hotels in the city), the Paulista is one of their better priced hotels, with friendly staff, a good location …

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The looming white Hotel Glória was once a grand 1920s beachfront hotel. Although it has lost its beach, the Glória still retains some of its old splendour, amid its classically decorated rooms an…

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Part of the esteemed French chain, this five-star hotel towers over downtown Foz do Iguaçu like a beacon of grandeur in the midst of the city grit. It's not big on personality, but it is big on c…

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Rooms at the ultra-professional, reader-recommended Balmoral have minibars, safes, big TVs and double-glazed windows to keep out street noise and summer heat. You'll also find a garage, gym, saun…

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A cute misfire at bringing French Art Deco to North Bogotá, Lancaster House is nevertheless a comfortable business base. Its location - off very busy Avenida 13 - isn't the best spot for sitting …

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The '80s Miami colour scheme might make you wonder, 'Is this the best Manaus can do?' The answer is no, but in terms of a privileged view and easy on-foot access to the Teatro Manaus, the answer …

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Set on a quiet street a few blocks from Copacabana beach, this simple 13-story hotel is far from palatial. You won't find much luxury here, but you will find small, tidy rooms at fairly decent pr…

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The preferred hotel for business travellers, especially those not picking up the tab, Europa offers all the services you'd expect of an international-standard property. The interior is, however, …

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A solid value for its trim, modern rooms, this 13-story hotel is nicely located within a short stroll to both Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. Guest quarters are set with pressed wood floors and c…

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This enormous 21-story hotel has been around since the late '70s, and although the rooms are well maintained, the whole place glows with that bigger, better, more-concrete aesthetic that seemed t…

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Right around the corner from the beach, the Ipanema Inn is a decent option for those seeking comfortable but simple accommodation in an excellent neighborhood - and at a price that won't erode th…

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Set in a handsome white building overlooking Copacabana beach, the Olinda Othon is indeed a classic. Its oversized marble lobby, complete with chandeliers, oriental carpets and grand piano has an…

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Despite the 13-story building, the Orla Copacabana has something of a boutique feel. Its stylish, understated rooms, attentive service and location overlooking the beach make it a top pick in Cop…

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In a good location near the shops and restaurants of Jardim Paulista, the Golden Tulip has excellently appointed rooms done up in warm, inviting tones. The service is friendly and efficient.

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This is the best choice for budget travelers unwilling to brave the perils of the center. It's a bit removed from Altamira's focal point, the Plaza de Francia, but that just means there's less tr…

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Poised for business (like nearly all North Bogotá hotels), the squat Casa Dann Carlton faces zooming Avenida 30, but is a walkable half-kilometre from Parque 93's chic eating, drinking and dancin…

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For the traveler keen to enjoy Bogotá's colonial glory, the Hotel de la Opera is, no doubt, the city's best. Comprising two adjoining buildings (one a century old, the other two centuries), the O…

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The Mar Ipanema may not dazzle with ocean views and gilt-trimmed lobbies like other hotels in this neighborhood, but for the price its small, nicely maintained rooms are an excellent option. The …

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Decorated with abstract and colourful local art, La Bohème is a rare business-oriented boutique that maintains a subtle Colombian focus on its modern, compact rooms (rather than the usual French …

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Manaus' premier luxury hotel is a self-contained resort, and the massive complex is a thing to behold. Lush gardens surround the 594-room hotel, and the number of activities available is impressi…

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Opened in the early 1950s, the large, classically decorated Ca'd'Oro was once among the grand dames of São Paulo's early hotels. While times have changed and the action has moved elsewhere, the G…

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Set on a prime plot of real estate overlooking Copacabana beach, the Miramar Palace Hotel has sizeable, comfortable rooms and decent service making it popular with a mix of Brazilian and foreign …

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The amenity-rich Radisson delivers everything a business traveler could want in an amazingly central location. Its five-star pedigree is evident in the luxurious rooms, semi-Olympic (25m/82ft) sw…

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Way up in upscale north Bogotá, the five-floor Hacienda Royal is not really a hacienda, but a comfortable business hotel attached to a modern, rather lonely, mall in Uzacuen (a one-time outskirt …

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This stylish 13-story hotel demonstrates real design smarts in its handsome rooms and suites. It lies toward the calmer southern end of Copacabana, within two blocks of the beach.

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Near the heart of São Paulo's looming financial centre, this luxury hotel is designed for travelers who have pampering in mind. The rooms are lovely and spacious, and the full-service spa is just…

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Facing the quaint flower-filled León de Greiff park and steps from the heart of the Zona Rosa's shops and eateries, the six-floor Morrison is a European-style boutique hotel with a slightly forma…

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Another one of Ipanema's elegant high-rise hotels, the Everest Rio features nicely decorated rooms ranging from small to spacious, along with professional service and an enviable location. Althou…

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Occupying a prime plot of real estate facing lovely Ipanema beach, the tall slender Sol Ipanema features nicely renovated rooms, with dark-wood furnishings and good lighting. Sol Ipanema, inciden…

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One of Ipanema's newest addresses, the 18-story Ipanema Plaza has a range of stylish, modern rooms, excellent service and that all-important location just half a block from the beach.

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